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1. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is a female goat called?
2. TELEVISION: What is the name of the town in “Gilmore Girls”?
3. GEOGRAPHY: How many states does the Appalachian Trail cross?
4. MOVIES: Which actress voices the character Jessie in “Toy Story 2”?
5. U.S. PRESIDENTS: What is believed to have caused President Zachary Taylor’s death?
6. ANATOMY: What is the most abundant protein in the human body?
7. GEOMETRY: How many sides does a hexagon have?
8. LITERATURE: Serial killer Hannibal Lecter first appears in which novel?
9. ASTRONOMY: What are planets outside our solar system called?
10. MUSIC: Who was the first women inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame?
ANSWERS
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1. A doe or nanny. 2. Stars Hollow. 3. 14. 4. Joan Cusack. 5. Acute gastroenteritis. 6. Collagen. 7. Six. 8. “Red Dragon” by Thomas Harris. 9. Exoplanets. 10. Aretha Franklin.
SENIOR NEWS LINE
By Matilda Charles
Planning for aging in place
Are you in your last home and plan to age in place where you are? Or is there at least one more abode in your future?
A recent study concluded that 84% of seniors plan to stay in their home for the rest of their lives. Planning (and hoping) doesn’t make it definite, of course. Of those who plan to stay, only a quarter have moved to a place that’s actually age-friendly, and a third of respondents have made age-related modifications to their home. Over a third say they’ll need to make modifications and that cost would be a barrier to making it happen.
And what is it people are doing to turn their homes into places where they can stay as they age? First-floor bedrooms are high on the list, allowing seniors to avoid stairs. Ramps at the outside door are another way to avoid stairs. Grab bars in showers, as well as walkin showers, are also high on the list, as well as improved lighting, non-slip flooring and doorways wide enough for wheelchairs. Those who don’t have those things in their homes want them, of course.
The physical home and any needed modifications are not the only considerations about whether seniors can age in place where they are. The community itself is important, with opportunities for new connections and maintaining the ones they already have, resources for support services they might need in the future, transportation to stores and doctors and easy access to family and friends. If you want to start planning for your own aging in place, there are many resources for assistance, such as AARP’s checklist (www.aarp.org/home-living/aging-in-place-checklist). The key is to begin early in making your home safe and comfortable for the future, especially if finances are going to be a consideration for large remodeling projects.
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Woman’s
T-Score
Continues To Worsen Amid Treatment &body mind
By Keith Roach, M.D.
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 80-year-old Asian woman. Each day, I walk 4 miles and do 30 minutes of stretching, as well as 1 hour of cardio, strength or balance exercises by following videos provided by my health insurance. Also, my brother and sister who are in their 60s and 70s have weak bones and muscles. It seems to run in my family.
In 2000, with a T-score of -1.9, I was diagnosed with osteopenia and commenced three episodes of treatment. For the first treatment, I took Fosamax in 2001, then started Actonel in 2002 for a total of six years. My T-score was -1.7. Three years later, my T-score was back to -1.9, so in 2009, for the second treatment, I restarted Actonel but switched to Boniva in February 2010 for a total of four years. My T-score was -1.4. Then, after four more years, my T-score was -2.2. For my third treatment, I restarted Boniva and took it from 2018-2025. My T-score is now -1.4. My primary care doctor has me on a “pill vacation” for one year, and I’m awaiting further treatment until a bone density test at the end of 2025. But I fear that without treatment, my aging bones are only getting worse.
I try to eat right, stay active, and have started doing yoga pose videos that claim to strengthen my bones. Will they? Which shots or other treatments might help me avoid further deterioration of my bones? -- R.M.H.
Q. A.
ANSWER: Osteoporosis is a condition of bones that predisposes someone to getting a fracture. Anyone can get osteoporosis, but white and Asian women are at the highest risk.
Treatment of osteoporosis includes lifestyle adjustments such as quitting smoking, reducing alcohol intake (if appropriate), and regular exercise. Both muscle-building and weight-bearing exercise are important. Yoga and stretching probably do have some additional benefit on top of your stamina-building (“cardio”) and strength exercises. Even though the evidence isn’t very strong, most people with osteoporosis are treated with calcium and vitamin D.
I use the FRAX score to decide whether medication therapy is indicated for a patient. In men and women who are at a high risk of fracture, medicines in the bisphosphonate class -- such as alendronate (Fosamax), risedronate (Actonel) and ibandronate (Boniva) -- are the most commonly used first-line treatments.
Bisphosphonates last for a long time in the body’s tissues. We don’t want to use them for too long since they suppress the normal amount of bone breakdown that is key to maintaining healthy bone. Treatment for too long can lead to atypical femur fractures. A “drug holiday” is a common strategy, and given how long you have taken various bisphosphonates, I wouldn’t worry too much about the year off.
You have had less of a response than most of my patients have had to bisphosphonates, and many experts would change the class of drugs if you remain at a high risk via your FRAX score. Should you need further treatment, a different type of medicine like teriparatide (Forteo) or romosozumab (Evenity) might be considered. At this point, you should be seeing an expert such as an endocrinologist who specializes in the treatment of osteoporosis.
Finally, although celiac disease has been thought to be less common in Asians, it often leads to poor absorption and osteoporosis, so it’s worth considering a test. Symptoms of celiac disease can be very subtle.
Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual questions, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@med.cornell.edu.
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The Senior Stretch
Stretching regularly can help alleviate pain, protect joints, prevent injury and maintain mobility as we age. Incorpora ng stretching sessions into your daily or weekly rou ne is a simple and effec ve way to enhance your health and well-being; a er all, you can do it anywhere, any me, without the need for any equipment. Here are a few ps to help seniors – or anyone – stretch safely:
• Warm up your muscles before stretching by walking or moving around for at least five minutes.
• Stretch gently and slowly, taking in a deep breath and exhaling as you stretch.
• Hold stretches for about 30 seconds, allowing muscles me to relax.
• Avoid bouncing while stretching, and never stretch to the point of pain.
Science-Backed Benefits of Strength Training 5
Experts generally recommend 20 to 30 minutes of strength training two or three mes per week. Here’s why:
Preserve and build muscle.
Muscle mass diminishes with age, increasing your body fat percentage. Strength training can help turn the tables and keep body fat in check.
Strengthen bones.
Strength training increases bone density and reduces the risk of fractures and osteoporosis.
Manage weight.
Increasing your metabolism and muscle with weights helps you burn calories more efficiently.
Maintain flexibility and balance.
Weight-bearing exercise can protect your joints from injury and reduce symptoms of arthri s, while also lowering your risk of falls by improving balance.
Enhance mood and quality of life.
Strength training can help reduce symptoms of many chronic condi ons like depression, back pain, heart disease and diabetes. Research also suggests that exercise may help support cogni ve func on in older adults.
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AVOID INJURIES WHEN WORKING OUT
Allow for adequate time to warm up. Failure to warm up is another contributor to exercise-related injury. Before diving into a workout routine, spend between five and 10 minutes warming up your body with some low-intensity exercises. This increases blood flow to the muscles and makes them more elastic and pliable than cold muscles, thereby improving flexibility. Some low-intensity cardiovascular exercise on the stationary bike or treadmill can greatly reduce injury risk during the workout.
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Florence’sPerpetualEstate Sale presentsa simple DANSVILLE homewithmany treasures.
Mid-century pristinewhite leather sofa&loveseat.Sewing machineincabinet.Credenza. LongCouch.Diningtable,chairs &chinahutch.
Antique trunk,chaiselounge, settee,flip-topwritingdesk.Side tables. Inexpensive dressers. Art.Pyrex,Corningware.Glass. Jewelry.Books.Linens.Stereo. KitchenAidMixer. WickerFurniture. Like-new portable&windowairconditioners. Handmade Adirondack Chairs. Patiorugs. JohnDeere RidingMower,YardTools&More 9N.ClintonSt.Dansville.Fri-Sat July18-19.9-4.Photos: https:// www.facebook.com/ FlorencesPerpetualEstateSale/
WELLSVILLE AREAYARD
SALES: Friday,July11-Saturday,July12(8am-4pm).Over 60householdsinWellsville, NYareparticipatinginatwodaycommunityyardsale!Find thesalelistandinteractive mapatwellsvilleyardsales.com. Printedlistsareavailableat TheShopAtMain,89NMain St,orWellsvilleChamberof Commerce,114NMainSt.
NAPLES: GrapeCountry Estate, 8600StateRoute21.July11th&12th (9-3pm).MULTI-FAMILYSALE.(Severallocations.)
garage sales
DANSVILLE/SPARTA: 8949 ShusterRoad. July10-19(9:30-4pm). Crossstitchitems,maplewoodswivel counterchairs,ironingboard,hanging woodlight,westernjewelry,baby quilts,pictures,afghans,luggage.
LEICESTER: 225Main Street. July17th-18th(8-4pm).MULTIFAMILYYARDSALE.Holiday knickknacks,boysclothes,adult clothes,foldingtable&chairs, rugs,classroombooks,airconditioner,toys,humidifier,back massager,lamps,pillows,blanks, sheets,Christmastree,office chair,tools.
DANSVILLE: ANNUALRUMMAGE SALE. 8455Sparta CenterRoad.SaturdayJuly 19th(9am-2pm).
HOUSEHOLDSALE:5 BreenSt., Mt.Morris,Saturday,July19th,ONE DAYONLY,RainorShine.Furniture, tools,16’extand5’stepladder,power tools,kitchenchestfreezer,andmuch more.EVERYTHINGPRICEDTOGO.
ESTATE - TAG SALE
10516 Cnty. Rt. 47, Dansville (South entrance to Stony Brook)
Sat., July 19 8am-3pm;
Sun. Reductions Noon-3pm
Closing home of Mary Stewart, longtime Dansville resident and avid collector of vintage and old items. Limited amount of FURNISHINGS: oak table, drop leaf table, dressers, bookcases,commode, stands, chairs, wicker. UTILITY: ladders, yard tools, gardening, planters, barbed wire, misc. barn & garage items. VINTAGE, COLLECTIBLE, ANTIQUE: metal chairs & table, bird cage, baskets, ball bats, view masters, toys, games, stuffies, red wagon, coat trees, 2 dog houses, stereoscope & cards, Xmas, cat items, kitchenware, Pyrex, pink Depression, kraut crock, mason jars, cobalt, Stephen King books, bottles, dishware, jewelry, chalkware plaques, painted woodware, ephemera, kids detective pins, Roosevelt Fairbanks watch fob, pin backs incl. Gov. Levi Morton, Beatles Fan Club botton, IOOF, assorted Insignia, classic rock albums ‘60s and ‘70s, more! SPECIAL INTEREST: Professional grade photography and dark room equipment. Also vintage Barbies, cases, and clothing. A fun sale from a discriminating collector – still sorting!
DAY TRIPS SENIORS CAN ENJOY
Wine tasting: A recent study from Wine & Vines magazine said there are 8,391 wineries in North America, and that number is on the rise. One is likely to find a winery to visit and sample the wares close to home. Make a day of it by bringing a picnic lunch.
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INFLUENTIAL JAZZ MUSICIANS
Miles Davis (1926-1991): Compared to other jazz legends, Illinois-born Miles Davis was introduced to music rather late. It wasn’t until Davis was 13 years old that his father introduced him to the trumpet, an introduction that would dramatically alter the course of jazz music. Under the tutelage of local music school director Elwood Buchanan, Davis learnedtoplaythetrumpetwithout vibrato, which Biography.com notesmarkedadeparturefromthe style of trumpet-playing popular at the time. A true pioneer, Davis is considered one of the most influential figures in the history of jazz and 20th century music.
hometown events
CASTILE
LetchworthStateParkNature Walk- TheLivingstonCountyEnvironmentalManagementCouncil’s LetchworthStateParkNatureWalk. OnWednesdayJuly23rd,at5pm, weinviteyoutojointhepark’s EnvironmentalEducatoraswewalk totheLowerFallsfootbridge.There isvariedterrainandstonestepsto thebridge.Entertheparkatthe Portagevilleentranceandstayon theeastsideoftheriver.Parking detailswillfollowafteryouregister fortheevent.Toregister,goto conesuslake.org
CONESUS
AnnualYardSaletobenefit SusieQDogResQ.July11,1213 andJuly25thand26thwithour halfpricedaytobeonSundayJuly 27th-5698S.LivoniaRd., Conesus.Wehavealotitems donatedincludingadultclothes rangingfromsize4to2x,shoes, purses(somedesigner,VeraBradley),holiday,linens,glassware, PreciousMoments,basketsand collectibles.Somesilverjewelry, AvonandLiaSophia.Wehaveover 1,000DVD’s,CD’s,arecordcollection,vintagedollcollectionandtoy collection,alsoBoydsBears,and BeanieBabies.Therearetoolsand electronicsandasusualourhundredsofdogrelateditems!!http:// www.susieqdogresq.com
DANSVILLE
DansvilleSeniorNutritionProgram-
WeekofJuly21toJuly25
Monday,7/21:CheeseRavioli, Corn,Spinach,WholeWheatDinnerRoll,MandarinOranges.
Tuesday,7/22:BeefSteww/Veggies,MashedPotatoes, Cauliflower,Biscuit,Yogurt, Peaches.
Wednesday,7/23:RoastedTurkey w/Gravy,Squash,BrusselsSprouts, WholeWheatBreadSlice,Apple Juice,ButterscotchPudding.
Thursday,7/24:BakedHam, ParsliedPotatoes,Asparagus, WholeWheatBreadSlice,Orange Juice,Yogurt,BirthdayBrownie. SiteClosedFriday.
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TinytoGiant:LivingstonCounty PerformersandSpectacle -Join LivingstonCountyOfficeforthe AgingandCountyHistorianHolly WatsonforaHistoryPresentation coveringtheLivingstonCounty PerformersandSpectacle.7/15 @10:30amattheDansvilleSenior NutritionProgram,5ChestnutAve. Dansville.PleaseRSVPto 585-335-8130.Thisisafreeevent forCountyresidents60+.Ifyou planonstayingforthenoonmeal, pleaseRSVPoneweekpriortothe event.
GROVELAND
FREERabiesVaccinationClinic2025: (Fordogs,cats,andferrets). LivingstonCountyResidentsOnly. Tuesday,July22-Groveland/Mt. Morris;LivingstonCountyHighway Dept.,Hampton’sCorners,4389 GypsyLane,Groveland,5pm-7pm. ContactInformation:Livingston CountyDepartmentofHealth,2 MurrayHillDrive,MountMorris, NY14510.Phone:585-243-7280 or585-243-1717.www. livingstoncounty.us/eh.Email: swheaton@co.livingston.ny.us
HEMLOCK
AnnualLittleLakesCommunity CenterGolfTournament- RegisterbyJuly19fortheAnnualLittle LakesCommunityCenterGolf Tournament,happeningAugust8 atOldHickoryGolfCourse,6653 BigTreeRoad,Livonia.Enjoya fun-filleddayofgolfthatincludes 18holes,agolfcart,goodiebag, lunch,anddinner.Participantswill alsohaveachancetowincash prizesandraffles.Registeronlineat www.littlelakesny.orgbyJuly19. AllproceedsbenefittheLittleLakes CommunityCenter,helpingto keepitopenandavailablefor communityuse.Don’tmissoutRegisterToday!
MIDDLESEX
MiddlesexConservationClub Breakfast,OpenTrapShoot July20,8am-11am,Middlesex ConservationClub,6084SouthHill Rd.,Middlesex.Breakfast&open trap,RiseUpTherapeutic Horsemanshipwillalsobeonsite. Free,instructedarchery&pellet rangesforyouth.50/50&raffles available.https:// middlesexconservationclub.org/
(Family Features) Families are always looking for ways to enjoy vacation time together that maximizes fun, while minimizing the budget. To help your family reduce costs on summer travel: Be flexible. highest rates for hotels and entertainment stops are typically on weekends. Plan a mid-week getaway, or start your vacation on a Sunday to take full advantage of off peak discounted tickets and overnight stays.
MOUNT MORRIS
TourofMountMorrisDamMountMorrisDamVisitorCenteris openandguidedtoursareoffered WednesdayMonday(closedTuesday)MayOctober.TheUSArmy CorpsofEngineersoffersonline advancedreservationsforrangerguidedwalkingtoursofMount MorrisDam.Checktourschedules andreserveticketsupto7daysin advanceatwww.Recreation.govor bycalling877-444-6777.Space limitedandreservationsare stronglyrecommended.Availability ofwalk-upticketsnotguaranteed. Location:MountMorrisDamand RecreationArea;6103VisitorCenterRd.,MountMorris.TheVisitor CenterisopenWednesdayMonday(closedTuesday),10am4:30pm.Foradditionalinformation,call:585-658-4790.
SPRINGWATER
HikeorBikeKeukaLakeOutlet inPennYan- HikeorBikethe KeukaLakeOutlettrailSundayJuly 13from4-6PMwithSpringwater Trails,followedbyasocialgettogetherdish-to-passonthepark grounds.Foradditional information/directions/updatesvisit thewebsite:springwatertrails.org
WaylandUnitedMethodist ChurchDriveThruChickenBBQ! WaylandUnitedMethodistChurch, 1EastAvenue,WaylandonSATURDAY,JULY12,12Noon-‘tilGone. $15PerDinner. WAYLAND
Heat, ma’am! it was so dreadful here, that I found there was nothing left for it but to take off my flesh and sit in my bones. ~Sydney Smith, Lady Holland’s Memoir
WaylandHistoricalSociety- The WaylandHistoricalSocietywillbe presentingourfirstprogram,PERKINSVILLE-HISTORYOFSCHOOLS, CHURCHESANDTHEFIREHALLby SandyBoothonSunday,July13th at2:00.Refreshmentswillbe servedfollowingtheprogram.Also markedyourcalendarsforourannual“GarageSale”August21-23 (Thurs.-Sat.)Thesalewillrun9-4 eachofthesedays.OnSeptember 21stincoordinationwiththeLowellClub,TheWaylandHistorical Societywillpresentaprogram “HISTORYOFTHEWAYLANDLIBRARIESANDLOWELLCLUBat 2:00.
FUN WAYS TO KEEP KIDS OCCUPIED OVER SUMMER BREAK
Play dates: Play dates are a great way to make kids happy and take a little off of parents’ daily plates. Arrange routine summer play dates with children’s school friends, neighbors and/or cousins. Parents can alternate hosting responsibilities so they can get work done at home and enjoy a break when it’s not their turn to host.
FAITH and WORSHIP
BAPTIST
Cornerstone Baptist Church
4232 Reservoir Rd., Geneseo • 243-4514 www.baptistchurchgeneseo.com
Pastor John Zatkiewicz • Associate Pastor omas Hamblen Worship 11am • Sunday School 9:45am • Word of Life Kids & Teen Program & Adult Study 6pm • Wednesday Prayer & Praise 6:30pm
Grace Baptist Church
Pastor David eobald 9316 Main Street, Dansville, NY 14437 585-335-6190
Sunday School 9:15 AM; Worship Service 10:30 AM Wednesday Prayer Meeting/Kids Block/Youth Group 7:00 PM www.gracebcdansville.org
CATHOLIC
Sts. Mary & Matthew Faith Community
St. Mary’s, Honeoye • St. Matthew, Livonia www.stsmaryandmatthew.com - Rev. William Laird 9am Daily Masses: Mon. & Wed. at St. Matthew • Tues. & urs. at St. Mary’s Weekend Schedule: Sat. - 3:30pm Reconciliation, 4:30pm Mass at St. Matthew • Sun. - 8:30am Mass at St. Mary’s, 10:30am Mass at St. Matthew
St. Luke the Evangelist Parish
Sat. 4pm St. Lucy, Retsof, 5:45pm Holy Angels, Nunda • Sun. 8:30am St. Patrick, Mt. Morris, 10am St. Mary, Geneseo
Daily Masses: Mon. 8am St. Mary • Tues. 8am St. Patrick • Wed. 5:30pm Holy Angels • urs. 8am St. Juan Diego Community, Leicester Eucharistic Adoration Mon. 5-7pm St. Mary, Geneseo
Holy Family Catholic Community
Office: 206 Fremont St., Wayland, NY 14572 • 728-2228
Hours: Mon- urs. 9:00am-4:00pm, Fri 9:00am-12:00noon
Mass Schedule: Sat. 4pm @ St. Mary’s, 40 Elizabeth St., Dansville Sun. 7:30am @ St. Joseph’s, 206 Fremont St., Wayland Sun. 9:15am @ Sacred Heart, 11119 Chapel St., Perkinsville Sun. 11am @ St. Pius, 35 Maple Ave., Cohocton
IN YOUR COMMUNITY
COMMUNITY CHURCH
41 Spring St., 346-5290; Pastor Benjamin Nickels Bible Study – all ages 9:45am; Worship Service 10:30am Livoniacommunitychurch.org
EPISCOPAL
Zion Episcopal Church
10 Park Place (on the Circle), Avon • (585) 226-3722 zionepiscopalchurchavon.org
Sunday Worship and Holy Communion 10:00am Online Facebook: facebook.com/Zionchurchavon Sunday School (Pre-K-12) 9:00am
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church
25 Clara Barton Street • Box 127 Dansville, NY 14437 • 585-335-5434 stpetesdansville.org • Handicap accessible Sunday Service @ 10:30am
LUTHERAN
5015 Lakeville Rd, Geneseo, NY 14454 • 585-243-4490
Pastor Lisa Frauens • pastorlisaf@gmail.com • sttimothylutherangeneseo.org
Sunday worship 9:30AM, & Live Streamed: www.facebook.com/sttimothygeneseo Intergenerational Sunday School, 10:30am 1st Sunday of the month Oct-May. Accessible building with hearing loop available.
CHURCH OF NAZARENE
Service: Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
Bible Study: Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom. Phone: 585-376-0749
METHODIST
United Methodist Church of Livonia
Pastor: Sung Ho Lee • 21 Summers St., Livonia • (585) 346-3511
E-mail: UMCLivonia@gmail.com • Website: UMCL.us Sunday Worship and Sunday School (Pre-K-5th grade): 9AM. Nursery care available. e service is live-streamed at the website www.umcl.us or on Facebook www.facebook.com/UMCLivonia Youth Group (6th-12th grade) Sundays 6:00-7:30PM.
FAITH and WORSHIP
Geneseo United Methodist Church
Rev. Beth Malone • Rt. 63 at the roundabout, Geneseo • 243-3160 9:30am Service followed by a coffee hour
Sunday School classes for ages 4 - adult • Nursery care provided for children up to age 3
Now “Looped” for the Hearing Impaired Worship services available via Zoom - more info at www.geneseomethodist.com Handicapped accessible • “Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors”
Dansville United Methodist Church
5 Chestnut Ave., Dansville Church phone: 585-335-5354
Sunday Worship: 11am
NON-DENOMINATIONAL
www.ffcny.org
Pastor Stephen Sweeting • Pastor Steven LaMar, Discipleship
Pastor Cliff Baker, Youth Sunday Worship Prayer 10am
Holy Ground Ministries Church
2637 Genesee St. (Rte. 63), Retsof, Across from York School bus garage. 585-245-3334 • Sunday at 10am. All are welcome. Bible Study - Every Saturday at 9:30am See what the Lord can do in your life. www.holygroundministries.org
Sparta Center Church
Pastor David Zastrow • 585-236-0887 8455 Sparta Center Rd., Dansville, NY 14437 Service at 9:00am.
Find us on Facebook and YouTube at Sparta Center Church.
Genesee Valley Church Of Christ
7351 Rt. 256, Scottsburg • (Sparta Community Center) Leslie Farrow, contact person • 585-721-9669
Sunday Bible Study 9-9:45am • Sunday Worship 10:00-11:00am Non-denominational New Testament Teachings.
IN YOUR COMMUNITY
ORTHODOX
100 Stanford Dr., Rochester, NY 14610 • 585-224-0554
Archpriest Gregory Naumenko, Rector • A ROCOR Parish
Serving all English and Russian Speaking Orthodox Christians
Full schedule of services and live service streaming at www.pomog.org
PRESBYTERIAN
www.seekinggodtogether.com
Adult Sunday School: 9:40am • Worship Service: 10:30am
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First Presbyterian Church of Livonia Center
P.O. Box 105 | 3837 Center Street | Livonia, NY 14487
Phone: (585) 346-5075
Pastor: Jerry Swain CP | Sunday Worship 9:30 am
Streaming live on Facebook: Livonia Presbyterian Church, Livonia Center, NY Website: Livonianypres.org
York United Presbyterian Church
2662 Main St., York, NY • 243-1266
Sunday Worship Service in person at 10:00 am
Available on the YouTube channel: “York United Presbyterian Church”.
Pastor: Rev. Michelle Sumption • All are welcome!
UNITED CHURCH
Worship 10:00am
Children Sunday School 10:20am
FB - South Livonia UCC
Lakeville United Church of Christ
5687 Big Tree Rd., Lakeville • 346-5235
www.facebook.com/Lakevilleucc
Sunday Worship at 10:30am
All are welcome/Open and Affirming Church.
Pick your own Blueberries, Red & Black Raspberries at Open July 11th Through Labor Day!
Blueberry Farm
• Wagon rides to the fields
• Buckets for your use, but please bring container to carry home!
• Gi Shop, Jams, Blueberry Juice, Maple Syrup
• Blueberry Hotline: (585) 526-5442
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STRANGE BUT TRUE By Lucie
Winborne
* In the 1880s, businessman LaMarcus Thompson was so upset over the temptations presented by saloons and brothels that he decided to clean up what he viewed as one of America’s most immoral places—New York’s Coney Island. To that end he built the country’s first roller coaster in a bid to give folks some good, clean fun well away from sleazier pursuits.
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50% OFF all bedding plants, hanging baskets and perennials.
SUMMER PRODUCE cukes, zucchini, summer squash, tomatoes, garlic, peppers & much more.
Open every day (including Sundays!) from 9am ‘til dusk! 7906 Kysorville-Byersville Rd., Dansville, NY 585-335-2963
NOTICE OF DEMOCRATIC CAUCUS TOWN OF NORTH DANSVILLE
A Caucus of the enrolled Democratic voters in the Town of North Dansville will be held on Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025, 6:00pm at the: North Dansville Town Hall, 14 Clara Barton St., Dansville, NY 14437.
The purpose of said Caucus is to nominate candidates for the following office(s) (or any office that may become vacant) to be voted upon at the General Election on Tuesday, November 4th, 2025.
Town Supervisor...........................4-Year Term
Town Clerk ...................................4-Year Term
Town Councilmember..................4-Year Term (2 positions)
Jane Petti & Quinn Golden North Dansville Democratic Committee Co-Chairpersons
Lemon Drizzle
Cupcakes Makes 12
Cupcakes:
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup sugar
3 eggs
1 cup self-raising flour
Zest of 1 lemon
Drizzle:
Juice of 2 lemons
5 1/2 tablespoons sugar
LemonButtercream:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 1/4 cups powdered sugar
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Sprinkles
Lemon Zest
Preheat the oven to 350° F and get 12 cupcake liners ready. Beat the butter with the sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, self-raising flour and lemon zest and mix until combined. Spoon the mix evenly into the cupcake liners and bake for 18-22 minutes until they are baked through and springy to the touch.
Mix together the lemon juice and sugar for the drizzle in a bowl. Once the cupcakes are out of the oven, carefully spoon the drizzle over the cupcakes, then leave them to cool fully on a wire rack while you make the buttercream.
Beat the butter until smooth; this can take a couple of minutes. Add the powdered sugar in two batches, beating well after each addition, then add the lemon juice and beat again.
Pipe or spread the buttercream onto your cupcakes, then sprinkle each one with some sprinkles and lemon zest.
record-breaking heat wave. When the heat broke a week later, nearly 1,000 people were dead in Illinois and Wisconsin. The temperature in the city hit 106 F with a heat index of 120 F.
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Bishop Sheen Ecumenical Housing Foundation, Inc., a notfor-profit regional housing group, hereby announces its intent to apply for up to half of the state allocation from the Rural Development Home Preservation Grant Program. Grant funds will be used to moderately rehabilitate single family dwellings owned by very low-income households. e program will be administered in Allegany, Cayuga, Livingston, Ontario, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Tioga, Wayne, and Yates Counties.
Bishop Sheen Ecumenical Housing Foundation, Inc. welcomes the public’s input and comment. A work plan can be found by calling (585) 461-4263.
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What to watch & where to watch it:
ON NOW: “Heads of State” (PG-13)
ON NOW: “Better Man” (R)
Prime Video
Prime Video
14-July: “Kings Court” (Season 1) Peacock 15-July: “Entitled” (Season 1) Netflix 15-July: “Trainwreck: Balloon Boy” (Documentary) Netflix
16-July: “Amy Bradley Is Missing” (Docuseries) Netflix
17-July: “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds” (Season 3) Paramount+ 17-July: “Untamed” (Limited Series) Netflix 18-July: “Billy Joel: And So It Goes” (Documentary) HBO Max 18-July: “Snoopy Presents: A Summer Musical” (TV-G) AppleTV+ © 2025 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Special thanks to the Volunteers of Avon Fire Department for the quick response and willingness to pump water out of our basement during the flash floods. Your help was greatly appreciated.
- Joe Montesano & Justin Kraft
Recently, I received two blood transfusions provided by the American Red Cross. As a retired Red Cross Apheresis nurse, I was so proud and grateful for the compassionate two people who took time out of their day to donate this precious liquid gold. Until the need is there, we don’t often think about donating. Please, if you can, call the Red Cross and ask if you are eligible to give this great gift.
Co liment Made My Day
To the (much) younger man who complimented me today at Walmart, telling me I’m beautiful, you absolutely made my day! I don’t often receive those kinds of compliments, aside from my husband, which is why I awkwardly mumbled a thank you and hurried away, lol, but your words were very sweet. Somebody raised you well.
Cigare e Bu s
It’s always so sad to see people just throwing their cigarette butts down on the ground, especially if there’s somewhere to dispose of them close by. It makes the surrounding property look terrible and unkept. You would think people in their area of where they live would want to keep it clean. Perhaps you live like that, but others don’t want to, they choose clean areas.
Travelers on [local road], PLEASE obey the 35mph speed limit. This is the worst year ever with very few vehicles going the correct speed. It’s a nice neighborhood where people walk little ones in strollers and with their dogs. They should be able to do this safely and there are no sidewalks so they are on the roadside. Thank you to those who drive the posted speed limit.
Grocery Carts
Stop being lazy! Return your grocery cart to the store or those cart stalls. We sat there watching a lady put her groceries in her car. We bet she was going to leave it. She sure did. Having kids is no excuse either. If you can walk to get a cart, you can return it and walk back. Just laziness!
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HOBBIES FOR DIFFERENT PERSONALITY TYPES
Athletes can pursue a host of potential hobbies or activities that will foster their love of sports. Men and women who still have a hop in their step can sign up to compete in adult sports leagues. Depending on the sport, leagues might be available to adults of various ages and skill levels, and some may even be more focused on fun than competition. For athletes who can no longer lace up their cleats, coaching youth sports or volunteering to coach at a nearby school provides a chance to stay involved even if competing is no longer possible.
Geneseo Kiwanis Chicken BBQ
Saturday, August 2nd, 2025
Long Point Park, Geneseo, NY
Chicken, salt potatoes, beans, rolls, butter, dessert
Serving noon-4pm • DRIVE THRU ONLY
Cost $15 per dinner • ONLY 600 SOLD
*A percentage of the proceeds go to the administrative fund. Get your pre-sale tickets - available at M&R Automotive.
Dinners will also be available for pick up at our drive thru or the dock at Long Point Park!
FAST FACTS ABOUT THE SUN
UVA rays penetrate more deeply into the skin and can cause it to prematurely age.
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Volunteers
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The Foundation for Dansville
Education Board
• Dr. Kim Birmingham - Chairperson
• Kim Derrenbacher - Vice-Chairperson and Public Relations
• Sue Sylor - Secretary
• Marilyn Robin - Treasurer
• Katie Infantino - Director
• Kelly Zimmerman - ex-officio member
• Dr. Paul Alioto - Director
• Marcia Miller - Alumni Director
• Tom Frazier - ex-officio member
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4TH ANNUAL ALUMNI WEEKEND WAS HELD ON
FRIDAY, JUNE 27 & SATURDAY, JUNE 28, AND SUNDAY, JUNE 29.
ank you to Fil, Kyle, Nicole, and team at Scovill’s along with Robin, Terry, Scott and team at Brae Burn for hosting the Golf Tournament & amazing Steak Roast. SAVE THE DATE! June 26, 27, & 28, 2026. For more information, check out our FB page @Dansville Central School Alumni or www.dansvillealumniweekend.com.
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Melany L. Brooker
June 23, 2025
Wayland – Melany L. Brooker, 59 years of age, passed away Monday, June 23, 2025.
Melany was born July 23,1965 in Dansville,the daughter of Ernest and Patricia (Totten) Hall. She grew up in Dansville and graduated from Dansville Central School. roughout the years she resided in South Carolina, Mt. Morris, Nunda for several years and fifteen years ago she moved to Wayland.
Melany was very artistic. She loved arts, crafts and music. All music was enjoyed but it was the 1980s rock she loved the most. However family was most important to Melany. Her unconditional love for them was unending.
Melany was predeceased by her parents,Ernest and Patricia Hall; her infant brother,Bobby; and her sister,Starlotte Bassett.She is survived by her companion of many years, Paul Sipaila of Wayland - even though they weren’t married she considered him her “husband;” her children, David Brooker of Campbell, Sonja Brooker of Wayland, Megan Brooker of Dansville and Emma Melendrez; her grandchildren, Warren Davis, Lillith Parsons and Addalyn Melendrez; her siblings,Leanna (Daniel) Douglas of Nunda,Patricia Hall of South Carolina, Morris Hall of Campbell, Floyd Hall of South Carolina and Patrick “Ed” Hall of South Carolina and Tonya Hall of Dansville.
Melany’s family will celebrate and memorialize her life at a later date in a way that will honor her.
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• Grass and weed STRING TRIMMER. Handheld electric or battery. 585-503-7938.
• Looking for a working ELECTRIC WASHER AND DRYER. 585-704-1624
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• ATV or DIRT BIKE. Gas powered, running or not. Call or text Matt at 315-576-1278
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• Four 26-inch BICYCLE RIMS for garden project.Just need rims, not tires or tubes. holdfort@rochester.rr.com
• LARGE ROCKS (7” and larger across. May need delivery). Lakeville. Call/text 585-649-8706
• FIREWOOD, half face cord, seasoned hardwood. 585-503-7938
• VINYL RECORDS 40s/50s. 585-503-0584
• Rock and metal CASSETTE TAPES and CDs.Able to pick up. (585) 991- 8421
• GUITARS or STRINGED INSTRUMENTS. 585-531-2316
• American Red Cross T-SHIRTS.Any size, color, design, condition, etc. brittany@simplicityofhealth.com
• 78” x 35 3/4” WOODEN DOOR. cdat1963@verizon.net
• Small, motorized PUSH LAWN MOWER. Call or text 585-747-2075
• VINYL RECORDS and old GUITARS playable or in need of repair. 303-503-5531
• 60” GATE.Any material would be fine. cdat1963@verizon.net
• TABLE, card or 4ft foldable.Artist’s easel, stand up or tabletop. MACRAME TOOLS and supplies, painting supplies, clay tools, silicone molds. Email or message tlfallon1027@gmail.com or 585-705-1259
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CRUISING TIPS AND TRICKS: Arrive the night before. There’s no need to rush to the port to board the ship. Extend the vacation a little further by arriving a night or two before and checking into a nearby hotel. Some hotels may offer free parking or shuttle service to the ship.
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We started as one paper out of a garage in Avon, NY, tediously writing, pasting, and hand drawing ads for our weekly shopper. Now, we have grown to cover quite a footprint in Western New York–delivering papers from the Southern Tier’s Steuben County northwest through Orleans County with our now twelve weekly editions!
Since our founding in 1948, our beloved publication has continued to expand while remaining family-owned and operated right here in Avon.
OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHT ESSENTIALS
Lighting: Outdoor stringed lighting adds ambiance and safety to a space. However, you also may want to consider using some solar-powered staked lights on the ground to map out aisles and make it easier for guests to navigate the yard in the dark.
Geneseo Kiwanis Reverse Draw
Raised $2,000 each
TO THE GENESEO PARISH OUTREACH CENTER AND THE GENESEO-GROVELAND EMERGENCY FOOD PANTRY
BY JIM MULLIN, GENESEO KIWANIS PRESIDENT
Geneseo Kiwanis wishes to thank the community for making its recent Reverse Draw fundraiser a resounding success. is year, the club chose to direct proceeds from the event to the Geneseo Parish Outreach Center (GPOC) and the Geneseo-Groveland Emergency Food Pantry.Bothagenciesprovidevitalservices to underserved people in our community, and both face significant funding cuts this year.
e mission of the GPOC is to support the well-being of uninsured and underserved children and adults by providing free health care, health education, and referrals to other appropriate health or social service agencies. e Center also maintains a food pantry to support its clients. e all-volunteer staff includes doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and pharmacists, with many other volunteers providing essential auxiliary services that keep the Center running.
ExecutiveDirectorDonnaFlahertystatesthattheCenter isfacingthelossofafederalblockgrantadministeredby Livingston County that represents almost 40% of their annual revenue. “ ese funds served the Livingston County residents most in need and we are actively seeking individual donors, service organizations, and church families to help maintain our current level of support to the community,” Flaherty says. GPOC is open from 9 a.m. to noon, Monday - ursday.
For more information, visit www.gpocenter.org.
“With the increasing cost of food at the grocery store, the number of new clients that visit our food pantry doubled last month.”
DEB MACLEAN, THE PANTRY’S MANAGER
e mission of the Geneseo-Groveland Emergency Food Pantry is to offer food assistance to those in need in the Geneseo Central School District. As a Foodlink Client Choice pantry, they offer a 3-Day Pantry Package intended to provide nine meals that include recommended servings of fruits, vegetables, protein, and grains.
e Pantry’s Manager, Deb Maclean, says, “ is past March, the U.S. Department of Agriculture canceled half the funding for e Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP), adding to more than $1 billion in canceled funding for nutrition programs. With the increasing cost of food at the grocery store, the number of new clients that visit our food pantry doubled last month and we are seeing a significant increase in the number of seniors as well. Increased demand coupled with funding cuts will likely mean that we will need to re-evaluate our service. In the meantime, we continue to monitor the situation and remain hopeful.”
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is summer, the Pantry will provide an extra bag of food to families with school-age children to help fill the gap when they lose access to school meals over the summer. e Summer Bonus Bag Food Program is open to all families with school-age children residing within the Geneseo Central School District and will run from July 1 - August 31, 2025. e Food Pantry is open Tuesday and ursday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. and Wednesday 4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. For more information, visit ggefoodpantry.org.
In addition to donations to GPOC and the Food Pantry, Geneseo Kiwanis also gave out four $500 scholarships to deserving Geneseo Central seniors at a ceremony at the high school on June 9th. Upcoming fundraisers include providing burgers and hots at the Geneseo Summer Festival on July 12th, hosting a chicken barbecue at Long Point Park on August 2, and the annual golf tournament memorializing past president Ralph Quick at Woodlyn Hills on August 16th.
For more information on these events, visit www. geneseokiwanis.org. Kiwanis meets every ursday at 6:30 p.m. at Crickets in Geneseo. Anyone interested in becoming a member is encouraged to come to a meeting.
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US House of Representatives Announces Bill Making ‘Weather Modification’ A Felony Offense: July 7, 2025
“ e US House of Representatives is introducing a bill that prohibits the injection, release, or dispersion of chemicals or substances into the atmosphere for the express purpose of altering weather, temperature, climate, or sunlight intensity. It will be a felony offense.”
“We have been researching weather modification and working with the legislative counsel for months writing this bill.”“We must end the dangerous and deadly practice of weather modification and geoengineering by government employees.”
e bill will be similar to Florida’s Senate Bill 56, which prohibits “certain acts intended to affect the temperature, the weather, or the intensity of sunlight within the atmosphere of this state by adding chemicals to jet fuels.”
“We want clear air, clean skies, clean rain water, clean groundwater, and sunshine just like God created it!! No person, company, entity, or government should ever be allowed to modify our weather by any means possible!!”
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REASONS TO SHOP FARMERS’ MARKETS
The vivid colors and smells emanating from farmers’ markets indicate just how fresh and nutritious the offerings tend to be. Farmers who peddle their wares at farmers’ markets adhere to careful farming methods to ensure their foods are as nutritious as possible.
polltime
With research data showing growing dissatisfaction and disaffiliation within the US, what do you think drives people, especially younger voters, away from the two major political parties?
- Neither party represents a person
- Both parties are more focused on fighting each other than solving problems
- The influence of money and lobbyists makes both parties untrustworthy
- They ignore issues young people care about
- The parties feel outdated and disconnected from real life
- All of the above
- None of the above
Poll ends 07-15-2025
Poll ended 07-08-2025
According to the National Centers for Environmental Information and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, 2025 is breaking records for heat and other climate anomalies already. In Western NY, we’ve already had record-matching and -breaking days, and summer’s just begun. What do you do to beat the heat?
50.0% Stay indoors during peak heat hours
25.0% Use fans or AC to keep cool
25.0% Nothing different so far
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By Sam Mazotta
On road trips, pet safety, comfort are premiums
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My girlfriend and I are traveling across the country to a relative’s wedding in about six weeks. We decided to make it a road trip so that we can bring along our two small dogs, “Jeannie” and “Peppy.” Jeannie loves traveling by car, but Peppy gets anxious even on short trips. What’s your advice for keeping him calm? Will hotels allow the dogs in? -- Carol and Ginny in Philadelphia
DEAR CAROL & GINNY: A road trip with a dog can be one of the most rewarding experiences you’ll ever have. But planning ahead of time for your dog’s comfort and safety is really important.
Collaborate with the veterinarian as you prepare -- they can recommend specific training, calm-down techniques and prescribe antianxiety medication as well.
Desensitization and counterconditioning may help. It takes consistent daily training, and could take longer than you have before the upcoming trip. Start outside the car with Peppy on a leash. The moment he shows stressed behaviors (yawning, lip licking, barking, pulling away) pause or back away until he relaxes again. Then, using lots of praise, move toward the car. Ideally, you’ll get closer each session until you finally climb into the back seat with Peppy and sit together for a short period. Here’s a link with more details on this training method: www.preventivevet.com/dogs/preventing-travelanxiety-and-carsickness-in-dogs
Meantime, plan your driving route. The major booking apps now have a “pet-friendly” filter setting so you can locate accommodating hotels and reserve rooms. You’ll also want to mark rest stops along the highways and set a timer (every two hours or so) to stop and stretch. Lastly, make sure to include the dogs’ medications, food, toys, leashes and medical records in your packing list, and have them wear their collars with vaccination tag and ID tag in case you’re separated. Send your tips, comments or questions to ask@pawscorner.com. © 2025 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Salary: Of course everyone would love to earn more money when changing jobs, but there is more to changing jobs than just improving your bottom line. As you begin your job search, consider how much you currently earn and if that allows you to live a life you love. If so, don’t overemphasize finding a new job that pays considerably more than your currently earn. On the flip side, young professionals who want to start a family in the years ahead should consider the costs associated with such a decision and how the salaries they earn at their next jobs may affect what they want down the road.
WAYS ESTABLISHED PROFESSIONALS CAN IMPROVE THEIR RÉSUMÉS
Rather than emphasize what you did, highlight what you plan to do. This means giving greater weight to the expertise that will translate into your new position. Chances are you can find skills that you honed in one or more jobs that translate into credentials that can be used on another. All of the skills mentioned should be relevant to your career objective and not just added to pad the résumé. Therefore, unless your brief stint waiting tables exemplifies how you developed customer service skills, eliminate it.
Notice of Vacancy SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Qualifications:
NYS Certification in Students with Disabilities Grades K-6, Students with Disabilities All Grades, or Special Education K-12
Location: Genesee Valley BOCES at Mt. Morris CSD
Starting date: Fall 2025
Salary: $45,000-$55,000. Negotiable based on experience.
Visit our website at www.gvboces.org is position will be open until filled. Information will be reviewed as it is received. If interested, please send a letter of interest referencing Vacancy 26-09 and a resume to: hr@gvboces.org or mail to: Human Resources, Genesee Valley BOCES 80 Munson Street, LeRoy, NY 14482
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